Saw Operator

Shift 1: Monday - Friday: 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM

Specific Accountabilities:

• Measure and cut material with a mechanical saw
• Ability to identify structural steel and alloy
• Read and understand blueprints and/ or drawings
• Ability to lift and move materials to and from racks to equipment
• Unloading products received and loading finished products for delivery.
• Other assigned work as required

Working Conditions:

• This position requires shop work. When working in the shop, one must exercise caution as this environment presents many naturally occurring and potentially worker-produced hazards. Safety policies must always be adhered to. Appropriate personal protective equipment (i.e., safety glasses, steel-toed boots, and others) must always be worn where required.
• It is very important that the incumbent of this position can work and communicate with prudence, while effectively managing time, completing tasks, and working safely.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
• High school diploma, GED or equivalent
• Completion of college/vocational or technical training preferred
• Appropriate credentials and certifications
• Ability to work independently in a busy environment
• Ability to work shift work
• Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment
• Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
• Able to work well under pressure
• Strong attention to detail
• Able to deal with people tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally always
• Additionally, Saw Operator will be required to read and understand production drawings, blueprints, work orders and other written instructions.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Mechanical saw operation experience
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOP's)
• Follow all safety policies and protocols
• Time management
• Creative and innovative thinking
• Problem solving
• Accountability and dependability
• Operating equipment
• Ethics and integrity
• Planning and organizing
• Communication
• Teamwork

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.
• (2) years experience as a hem saw operator.
• Experience with all safe practices, procedures, and overall processes.
• Ability to work independently in busy environment.
• Experience with routine maintenance operations.
• Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in diverse working environments.
• Able to work well under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Able to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally always.
• Computer literate.

Reports to:

Department Supervisor